sits, sat, sitting
to sit down
phrasal verb
To move from a standing position to a seated position
- 1Please sit down and make yourself comfortable.
- 2He asked everyone to sit down before starting the meeting.
To sit down means to lower your body onto a chair or the ground. You bend your knees and hips, then lower your bottom until it touches the seat. It is the opposite of standing up.
Remember to keep your back straight when sitting down to avoid straining your muscles. Good posture is important for both sitting and standing!
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at a business conference
Finding a Seat
Deborah
Looks like the presentation is about to start.
Michael
Yes, let's find a spot and sit down.
Deborah
There's an empty row over there.
Michael
Perfect, let's take those seats.
during a stroll
Resting After a Walk
Cynthia
It's such a lovely day, isn't it?
James
Absolutely! Let's sit down on that bench and enjoy the view.
Cynthia
Great idea, my feet could use a break.
James
Perfect spot to relax for a bit.
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Similar to "to sit down":
- 1take a seat
- 2be seated